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Top Current Affairs of the Day - May 31, 2023
Bola Tinubu Sworn In as President of Nigeria
Bola Tinubu was sworn in as the President of Nigeria on May 29, 2023. Tinubu, a former governor of Lagos State, is a member of the All Progressives Congress (APC). He defeated Atiku Abubakar, the candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), in the February 2023 presidential election. Tinubu's victory marks a return to power for the APC, which was defeated in the 2019 presidential election.
Justice Mamidanna Satya Ratna Sri Ramachandra Rao was Sworn In as Chief Justice of Himachal Pradesh High Court
Justice Mamidanna Satya Ratna Sri Ramachandra Rao was sworn in as the Chief Justice of the Himachal Pradesh High Court on May 30, 2023. Rao is a judge of the Supreme Court of India. He was appointed to the Himachal Pradesh High Court on May 26, 2023. Rao is the 28th Chief Justice of the Himachal Pradesh High Court.
Sachin Tendulkar Appointed as Maharashtra's 'Smile Ambassador'
Sachin Tendulkar has been appointed as Maharashtra's 'Smile Ambassador.' The state government made the announcement on May 30, 2023. Tendulkar will be the face of the state's 'Swachh Mukh Abhiyan' (Clean Mouth Campaign). The campaign aims to promote oral health and hygiene among the people of Maharashtra. Tendulkar has been a vocal advocate for oral health and hygiene. He has also been a brand ambassador for several oral health products.
Angshumali Rastogi Appointed as India's Representative to the Council of the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO)
Angshumali Rastogi has been appointed India's representative to the council of the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO). The Ministry of External Affairs announced the appointment on May 30, 2023. Rastogi is a 1995-batch Indian Railway Service of Mechanical Engineers (IRSME) officer. He currently serves as the Additional Secretary in the Ministry of Civil Aviation. Rastogi will be India's representative to the ICAO council for three years.
Praveen Kumar Srivastava Sworn In as Central Vigilance Commissioner
Praveen Kumar Srivastava was sworn in as the Central Vigilance Commissioner on May 30, 2023. The swearing-in ceremony was held at Rashtrapati Bhavan. Srivastava is a retired Indian Administrative Service (IAS) officer of the 1988 batch. He is the 25th Central Vigilance Commissioner. Srivastava will hold the post for four years.
Equitas Small Finance Bank Collaborates with IBM to Build a Digital Banking Platform
Equitas Small Finance Bank has partnered with IBM to build a digital banking platform. The partnership was announced on May 30, 2023. The digital banking platform will provide customers with a seamless and secure banking experience. The platform will offer various services, including online banking, mobile banking, and ATM access. The platform is expected to be launched in the first quarter of 2024.
RBI Annual Report Shows Improvement in Government Finances
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has released its annual fiscal year 2022-23 report, showing positive developments in the general government deficit and debt. The report reveals that the general government deficit has moderated to 9.4% of GDP, while the government debt stands at 86.5%. These figures represent a decline from the peak levels recorded in 2020-21.
RBI Report Highlights Rise in Fake Rs 500 Notes
The RBI's annual report also highlights a significant increase in the detection of counterfeit Rs 500 banknotes in circulation in India. The report sheds light on the prevalence of fake notes in various denominations and addresses the decision to withdraw Rs 2,000 banknotes from circulation.
Urban Unemployment Rate Declines to 6.8%
India's urban unemployment rate continues to improve, reaching 6.8% in the January to March 2023 quarter. This marks the seventh consecutive quarter of decline and reflects positive trends in the urban labor market's recovery from the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic.
India Clinches Title of CAVA Women's Challenge Cup 2023
India emerged victorious in the Kathmandu NSC-CAVA Women's Volleyball Challenge Cup. The Indian team defeated Kazakhstan in the final, winning with a shared set of 3-0. This remarkable achievement led India to finish the competition undefeated.
India to Host 14th Clean Energy Ministerial and 8th Mission Innovation Meeting.
India is gearing up to host the 14th Clean Energy Ministerial (CEM-14) and 8th Mission Innovation (MI-8) meeting in Goa. Scheduled from July 19 to 22nd, 2023, this event will coincide with the G20 Energy Transitions Ministerial Meeting. This year's CEM and MI meetings theme is "Advancing Clean Energy Together."
NCGG and INSA Launch Leadership Development Programme in Science & Technology
To fulfill Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi's vision for scientific and technological progress in India by 2047, the National Centre for Good Governance (NCGG) and the Indian National Science Academy (INSA) have collaborated to launch the 'NCGG – INSA Leadership Programme in Science & Technology (LEADS). This initiative aims to nurture the next generation of scientific leaders.
Book Released: 'NTR: A Political Biography by Ramachandra Murthy Kondubhatla
Journalist and writer Ramachandra Murthy Kondubhatla has authored a new book titled "NTR: A Political Biography." The book provides an insightful portrayal of Nandamuri Taraka Rama Rao (NTR), a prominent figure in the cinema and politics of Andhra Pradesh and Telangana. Published by HarperCollins India, the book commemorates the centenary year of NTR.
World No Tobacco Day 2023 Observed
World No Tobacco Day, observed annually on May 31, serves as a reminder of the harmful effects of tobacco use and the need to reduce consumption. This year's theme, "We need food, not tobacco," emphasizes the importance of quitting tobacco and advocates for policies and actions to combat tobacco use.